Yuba Bicycles
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Bicycle manufacturing |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Founder | Benjamin Sarrazin |
| Headquarters | Lake Forest , United States |
Area served | United States, Europe, Australia, Norway, Germany, Belgium |
Key people | Patrick Cunnane (President North America and COO) |
| Products | Pedal-powered and electric cargo bicycles |
Yuba Bicycles is a manufacturer of bicycles located in Lake Forest, California, focusing on both pedal-powered and electric cargo bikes.
Early history
Established in 2006 by Benjamin Sarrazin in Sausalito, California, Yuba drew inspiration from Sarrazin's time spent in Africa and Latin America, where bicycles played a crucial role in transportation and hauling goods. The company offers three categories of cargo bikes: compact, full-size, and front cargo models, which include electric versions such as the Spicy Curry, Electric Supercargo, and Mundo Electric. Constructed from either steel or aluminum, these bicycles are designed to carry loads ranging between 400 and 440 pounds.
Distribution
HLC serves as Yuba's main distributor within the United States. In Europe, the company operates warehouses in Heidelberg, Germany, with its European headquarters situated in Annecy, France. Yuba distributes its bicycles across Australia, Norway, Germany, and Belgium. During 2020, the company encountered supply chain difficulties involving Bosch and Shimano drivetrain parts. The bikes are retailed through a network of 150 dealers and assembled by technicians at the point of sale.
In 2020, Patrick Cunnane was named president of Yuba Bicycles' North American division and global chief operating officer; he had previously worked with the company as a consultant in 2019.